Quick Summary: The town known today as Espanola in the state of New Mexico was originally settled back in the year 1598 and visitors today can still see the building dating back to the original settlement, as well as learn about the vast history of the historic town. Espanola is a great place to discover more about the Tewa and Pueblo Indian people, as well as the early Spanish settlers, at many of the historical attractions in town.


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